1959 AC Ace vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 736 kg more than 1959 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
